The klipspringer is a small African antelope known for its remarkable jumping ability and surefootedness. It is able to escape its enemies on land because of its unique feet, which have cylindrical hooves measuring around 4cm in diameter. The animal usually stands on the tips of its hooves and can land on its four feet on a piece of cliff that is just about the size of a dollar coin!
The word ‘klipspringer’ means rock jumper in the Afrikaans language. The antelope is usually found in rocky habitats.